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NEWSLETTER HISTOIRE & COLLECTION
February 2010 – March 2010
EDITORIAL
Dear collectors,
As we prepare for the 2010 season, we are delighted to be able to present not only the calendar, but also some of
this year's major events. The Losange Passion International, the Autodrome Heritage Festival, the 4L
International or Le Mans Classic... are all events where we will be present.
We remind you that this Newsletter is yours – all contributions are welcome. Please feel free to get in touch with
us to talk about your club, a date for an outing you’d like to share with us or for any information related to the
world of the automobile (restoration, concours d’élégance, etc.)
We hope to see you at future events where we'll be able to share our automobile enthusiasm!
Best wishes
NEWS
14 January/28 February ► “Unbeatable since 1901”
Light commercial vehicles under the spotlight at The Atelier Renault
The Twingo Gordini R.S. has made way for a totally new exhibition dedicated to light
commercial vehicles, entitled “Unbeatable since 1901” (“Increvables depuis 1901”).
From the milk float to the latest all-electric concept car, the Kangoo ZE Concept, the
Atelier Renault is retracing the history of the service sector through these different
models. In particular, Renault Histoire & Collection is exhibiting the type II Felix Potin
(1923), a type LO (1926) fire engine and the ice cream van (1963).
Visitors are invited to relive different eras with vehicles which have all been part of our
daily lives! Also on display will be a Kangoo converted by Renault Tech for the
disabled, a baker’s Trafic and the Darty Kangoo.
►For
more info:
The Atelier Renault – 53, Champs-Elysées, 75008 Paris
Times: From Sunday to Thursday: from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Friday and Saturday: from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 a.m.
REGISTERING FOR THE 2010 LE MANS CLASSIC
The fifth year of the Le Mans Classic is slated to be one of the highlights of
the 2010 Renault Histoire & Collection programme. This event will be held
from 9 to 11 July at the legendary Le Mans racetrack.
Registrations began in December and are still ongoing. So far 100 cars
have been registered. As a reminder, there are only 250 places, so get your
forms in quick!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
5 June ► 2nd Autodrome Heritage Festival
What a site, what a show…
Renault is a partner of this event which is organised
by UTAC. For its second edition, over 800 vehicles
are expected, representing all European makes from
before 1978, in perfect show condition. A hoard of
collectors and a number of personalities are expected
at the Autodrome in Linas-Montlhéry, the ideal
location to relive some of the finest hours of
automobile history.
On the agenda – exhibitions, demonstrations,
entertainment and vehicles driven out at moderate
speed.
Come along to represent Renault at this great vintage car event at the historic Linas-Monthlhéry site!
►For
more info:
Information and registration forms available at:
http://www.utac.com/fr/utac/Evénementiel/Pages/Autodrome-Heritage-Festival.aspx
5/6 June ► “Locomotion en fête” Festival
Join us to celebrate 60 years of the Colorale
"Locomotion en Fête”, organised by the ACPHT (Association pour la
Création du Parc d'Histoire Technique), is one of the biggest European
gatherings of vintage vehicles. 12 vehicle stages will be located around
the site showcasing automobiles, trucks, buses, motorbikes and bicycles,
military vehicles, agricultural machines, fire vehicles, police vehicles,
construction vehicles and fixed engines. Alongside all this there will be a
bring-and-buy fair. In addition to the static displays, enthusiasts will be
able to see dynamic demonstrations with military manoeuvres,
agricultural attractions and the concours d’élégance.
To bring the two days to a close, there will be a parade of vehicles along
the full length of the aerodrome’s runway.
Renault Histoire & Collection is partner of the event and will of course be
present. This year, all the focus will be on the anniversary of the Colorale,
with a collection of existing vehicles on display around a structure housing
an exhibition of posters and documents from the era.
►For
more info:
Information and reservations at: www.locomotion-en-fete.fr,
Tel: +33 6 03 18 07 25 or Fax +33 1 60 85 10 53
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17/18 July ► 2nd 4L International event
The build-up to the 4L’s 50th anniversary
Before celebrating the Renault 4’s 50th anniversary in 2011, we would like to invite
you to join us at the second 4L International event which will take place on 17th and
18th July at the leisure park in Thenay. Mainly open to owners of Renault 4 and
derived vehicles, this event will also welcome a fleet made up of other Renault
vehicles (pre-war, 4CV, R8, R12, R17 for example.)
This is the second event of its kind and Renault Histoire & Collection will be present
with an exhibition on the theme of “off-roaders”, with drivers such as Bernard and
Claude Marreau, Jean Ragnotti and Michel Duvernay.
Concours d’élégance, rally events, a sand pit and a drive around the racetrack are all
on the programme, along with a great many other surprises.
►For
more info:
Information and reservations at: renault-4linetrenational.skynetblog.be
- by mail: chloe.rabet@hotmail.fr or tel: +33 6 07 15 24 92
FOCUS – CLUB OUTINGS
29/30 May ► Renault 5 Turbo gathering
The Charade racetrack has had some of the greatest names in Formula 1, from Jacky
Stewart to Patrick Depailler, and including Alain Prost, drive around it.
Come and celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Renault 5 Turbo at the wheel of your Renault
Sportive or Alpine at this mythical racetrack.
With two days of free practice for driving enthusiasts, Renault 5 Turbo exhibitions from
Renault Histoire & Collection, participation from racing drivers, a gala evening and
professional exhibitions – there is something for everyone. There are different ticket offers
ranging from € 15 to € 180 to exhibit your vehicle or drive around the track.
►For
more info:
If you would like to register or require further information, please contact the organisers:
► International Turbo 5 (IT5): 14 route de St André – 27220 LIGNEROLLES
Website: E-mail: it5@laposte.net Tel.: +33 6 82 84 36 59
► CAR Ile de France – « 30 ans R5 Turbo » : 14, avenue de Galilée – 92350 LE PLESSIS ROBINSON
Website: E-mail: 30ansr5t@anciennesrenault.com Tel.: +33 6 08 45 55 39
29/30 may ► Fuego meeting
Over the last weekend of May, the Club Fuego France will be celebrating the Fuego’s 30th
anniversary in the Forez region. Two days to discover the region with a number of stop-offs: in
Saint Bonnet du Château for the international boules museum, in Boën for the museum of
winegrowing and a local wine-tasting session, and at the chalet in Gentianes to taste the
hiker’s menu.
Good humour and congeniality are on the menu.
►For
more info:
For information and/or reservations, please contact the Club FUEGO France directly:
E-mail: jerome.le_moine@aliceadsl.fr
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11 September ► The Losange Passion International
An event not to be missed …
With support from Renault Histoire & Collection,
CAR Ile de France is inviting all Renault
enthusiasts to this international meeting which is
set to be a highly emotional occasion.
1 – One make under the spotlight: RENAULT
From the 1898 voiturette to the Twingo, including the Vivasport, Juvaquatre, 4CV, R4, R16, R8G, Alpine, R5T,
Spider, Clio V6 and so on. All models and derivatives are welcome (within the limit of the quotas set by the
organiser).
2 – A historical location: Autodrome at Linas-Monthléry
A legendary site marked by records and international automobile competition, the autodrome is a “magical” site
for all enthusiasts.
Spread over 150 hectares, the autodrome is the ideal place to welcome the biggest Renault meeting ever.
There are park areas, a speed ring, a 3.405km race track... the perfect set-up for a great event!
3 – The Autodrome, a real club area
Renault Clubs and amicable associations from countries around the world are expected. They will have all the
space around the ring to meet and exhibit their vehicles.
4 – Entertainment
As the main focal point of the event, there will provide something for everyone, for example drives around the
ring, parades, bring-and-buy sale, concours d’élégance and so on. A great many other surprises are also
planned for you at the event.
►For
more info:
If you would like to register or require further information, please send a message to: lpi@anciennesrenault.com
MY PASSION
A collector from the Great North!
Hello!
My name is Andreas, I live in Sweden and I collect vintage Renaults. In my ”collection”, I have the following
Renaults:
Renault 4CV 1062 sport sunroof 1960
This is the very 4cv that my father owned! He bought it in February 1960 and sold it
in 1961. Since then, its history is only partially known, but I found it in poor condition
in 2007, hidden under a layer of snow and heavily rusted.
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Renault 4CV 1062 sport sunroof 1958
After redoing the body work, the inside is currently being repainted and the
different elements being put back into place. The seats come from a 1960 4cv. It
will be on the road for 2010! The photo was taken before the vehicle was repainted
'Mediterranean Blue code 465”.
Seeking parts …
This enthusiast also owns a Renault Primaquatre ACL2 with 2/3 seat cabriolet body, a Renault 4CV 1062
Convertible 1952, and a Renault 4CV 1062 sport Ferlec 1956. As he has problems finding parts in Sweden,
he’s launching a call for help with his various restoration projects.
If you are able to help him, please e-mail us your details to the following address:
contact.club@renault.com and we will send them on to him.
MY CAR
Dinalpin A 110 berlinette
– 1970 –
de M. Marc LATIERE
Dauphine Gordini
– 1960 –
de M. Francisco MIRANDA
Alpine 1800 Groupe 4
– 1972 –
de M. Alberto GIRONELLA
Dinalpin A 110 berlinette
– 1969 –
de M. Adrian DUARTE
Floride
– 1960 –
de M.Carlos CALVILLO
R8 S
– 1970 –
de M.Tomas MARIN
Dinalpin A 110 cabriolet
– 1966 –
de M. Eduardo WOLF
Dinalpin A 110 berlinette
– 1968 –
de M. Alejandro CORTES
Dinalpin A 110 L GT4
– 1972 –
de M. Franscisco MIRANDA
We would particularly like to thank the Club Alpine Mexico for sending in these photos
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February 2010 – March 2010
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS
30th anniversary of the RENAULT 5 TURBO
Focus Renault 5 Maxi Turbo “Philips” 1985
2010
The Maxi, the final version of the Renault 5 Turbo, had the thankless task of competing against cars with fourwheel drive. A mission it successfully accomplished!
As soon as it was presented in 1978, the Renault 5 Turbo had more in common with a sports car than a family
ride. With its 160hp and its central engine, its true potential was revealed in the competition versions whose list
of trophies is as long as your arm.
The “Maxi” was the last version of this bag of tricks. When the highly permissive “groupe B” came out in 1983,
it found itself up against vehicles with four-wheel drive - something the R5 Turbo never benefited from – and
competition was very stiff. So, the team at Renault Sport set to work. They overhauled the aerodynamics of the
square body, modifying spoilers and air intake, and making use of carbon which was lighter. The bodywork
was made more rigid, the suspension revised, and the mechanics were also boosted. The result was 350 hp
for what was to become the fastest two-wheel drive in rally. And which also showed a thing or two to the fourwheel drives, coming away with some great victories such as the Tour of Corsica and the Tour de France, in
the expert hands of Jean Ragnotti.
Engine: 4 in-line cylinders, 1,527 cm3, 350 hp, turbo compressor
Transmission: rear – 5 gearbox + MA
Brakes: ventilated brake discs on all four wheels
Dimensions: length 3.70 m; width 1.77 m - weight 905 kg
Top speed: 180 to 223 kph depending on final drive ratio
►For
more info:
If you would like further information about the R5 Turbo, please don’t hesitate to contact the International Turbo 5 (IT).
Site: www.clubit5.org / E.Mail : it5@laposte.net
60th anniversary of the RENAULT COLORALE
Focus Colorale Savane
"A Colorale can go anywhere. A Colorale withstands anything". Colorale’s colonial
vocation gave it the means that enabled countless expeditions in the 1950s.
In most cases these expeditions, which generally took place in Africa and America
were accomplished with support from the “Régie Renault” (when Renault was state
owned). This satisfied a major commercial point by proving the excellence of
Renault’s products in the most arduous of terrains as well as demonstrating the
brilliance of French industry abroad. From the Méditerranée-Le Cap rally in 1951 to
the hazardous 30,000 km Tibesti-Congo-Ethiopia in 1952 and 1953, taking in the
Piste Impériale N°1 from Casablanca to Dakar (1952) , the Colorale Savane and Pick
Up proved their worth across the world.
Model shown: Colorale Savane was the star at the Marquette exhibition (named after the French priest who
discovered the Mississippi in the 17th century). On 19 October 1951, Jean Raspail, accompanied by five
scouts, embarked upon a 42,000km expedition from Terre de Feu (the southern-most point of America) to
Alaska. Renault, which was then state-owned, set up 8 spare part depots along the route, and 1,500kg of
equipment were transported by the two Colorale Savane and Pick-up. On 7 May 1952, the two vehicles
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entered Fairbanks (Alaska) after having crossed 17 countries, including Patagonia, the Andes and the
Atacama desert, thus accomplishing the first ever Transamerica link.
Model year: 1951 (type R2090)
Engine: Renault 4 cylinder – 2,383 cm3 - 60 hp
Gearbox: 4 forward gears + 1 reverse
Brakes: hydraulic drums on all four wheels
Dimensions: Length 4.35 m - Width 1.82 m - Weight 1,560 kg
Speed: 100 kph
►For
more info:
If you would like further information about the Colorale, please don’t hesitate to contact the COLORALE Club.
Site: www.clubit5.org / E.Mail : club@colorale.org
PROVISIONAL PROGRAMME 2010
17/18 April
19/24 April
25 April
01/02 May
15/16 May
28/29/30 May
29/30 May
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03/04 July
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09/11 July
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04/05 September
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18/19 September
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25/26 September
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02/03 October
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09/10 October
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World Series by Renault Alcaniz (Spain)
Tour auto
Les Cinq Litres du Mans : organised by CAR Le Mans
World Series by Renault Spa-Francorchamps (Belgium)
AMAG Rally
Berlinette and GTA anniversary organised by the AAA
Renault 5 Turbo Anniversary days organised by IT5 and CAR IdF
Fuego meeting organised by Club Fuego France
World Series by Renault Brno (Czech Republic)
Locomotion en fête festival
Autodrome Heritage Festival
World Series by Renault Magny-Cours
RétrOcéane organised by CAR Sandouville/Le Havre
World Series by Renault Budapest (Hungary)
Le Mans Classic
World Series by Renault Hockenheim (Germany)
Losange Passion International organised by CAR Ile de France
World Series by Renault Silverstone (United Kingdom)
Auto Moto Rétro in Rouen
Mondial de l’Automobile World Motor Show
Autobrocante Lohéac
World Series by Renault Barcelona (Spain)
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February 2010 – March 2010
A glance in the rear-view mirror. 2009
Over 140 different events, including twenty or so abroad in nine countries
outside France.
Over 500 vehicle outings for dynamic demonstrations or static exhibitions.
Over 500 men days in the field for the Renault Histoire & Collection team.
Presence at over ten Renault sites over the year, as well as at the Atelier Renault.
Present at different exhibitions such as Brigitte Bardot at Boulogne Billancourt, F1
at the Romorantin museum, or presidential vehicles for the national heritage days at
the Elysée palace.
Over 15 new cars incorporated into the Collection including Michel Leclère’s
famous R8 Gordini.
Join us and share your experience
Please send us:
- one or two photos of your collection. We showcase at least 3 vehicles in each Newsletter,
- written copy telling us about an outing with your club, your participation in a show, a historical rally or a leg
in the World Series by Renault (maximum 10 lines, illustrated if possible),
- the dates of your upcoming events so that everyone can be informed about them.
The information must be sent electronically to: contact.club@renault.com, including the following
statement:
“By virtue of sending the attached information, I hereby transfer to Renault SAS, free of charge and non-exclusively, my
intellectual property rights relating to the photographs and/or written copy sent to Renault SAS pursuant to the Renault
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that might be granted with respect to this information.”
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